How It Works
Getting advice on your settlement agreement in three straightforward steps.
Get In Touch
Contact us by phone, email, or using our contact form. We'll ask you a few questions about your situation — what happened, whether you've been given a settlement agreement, and how urgently you need advice. This conversation is completely confidential and helps us understand what you're dealing with.
Easy to reach: Call 0116 366 7900, email steven@stevenmather.co.uk, or use our contact form. We're usually available within hours.
We Review Your Agreement
Send us your settlement agreement and any supporting documents. Steven will review every clause carefully — the termination terms, the figures on offer, any restrictions (like non-compete or confidentiality clauses), and any potential claims you might be waiving. We'll identify any risks and flag anything unusual.
What we look at:
- The severance payment and how it's calculated
- Restrictions on what you can do after leaving
- Confidentiality and non-disparagement clauses
- What claims you're giving up
- References and notice periods
- Tax implications and pension treatment
- Any unusual or onerous terms
Typical timescale: Initial contact usually same day. Meetings arranged at a mutually convenient time, usually by Teams or Zoom.
We Advise & Handle the Paperwork
Steven will give you clear advice on your options. We'll explain what the agreement means, what you're giving up, what risks exist, and what your alternatives might be. If you decide to proceed, we'll handle all the legal formalities — including providing the statutory advice required by law and signing off the agreement as your solicitor. You'll have everything you need to sign with confidence.
What you get:
- Clear, jargon-free advice on your specific situation
- Explanation of any risks and alternatives
- Statutory advice required by law
- Professional sign-off of your agreement
- A record of everything for your protection
Once you're ready: We'll provide formal legal advice and certify the agreement. You'll be able to sign knowing exactly what you're agreeing to.
What to Have Ready
To give you the best advice, gather these documents before you contact us:
Essential
- • Your settlement agreement
- • Any letter explaining the offer
- • Details of the payment amount offered
Helpful if You Have It
- • Your employment contract
- • Recent payslips
- • Any emails about the situation
- • Details of your pension
Timeline
Why This Approach Works
No Surprises
You know exactly what you're signing and what it means before you commit.
Professional Protection
SRA regulated advice with professional indemnity insurance through Nexa Law backing you.
Your Control
You decide whether to proceed. No pressure. Your interests come first.
Need advice on your settlement agreement?
Get in touch today. No obligation. Your employer often covers the fee.
No obligation. Initial response usually same day.